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The Complete Paramotor Pilot's Book Of Knowledge Paperback – April 25, 2019

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This book was updated September 2023 containing a major update with an additional 52 pages, new diagrams and illustrations, updated illustrations, and added information on various aspects of the sport, plus a new section on how to read VFR charts for US and UK pilots, and a section from the CAA paramotor and Skyway code.

The Complete Paramotor Pilot's Book Of Knowledge will take you through the entire training process and beyond, and will teach you everything you need to know to become a safe and confident pilot. With helpful pictures, illustrations, and explanations of everything you need to know, from launching and landing, to handling emergencies.

Paramotor training is important, but unfortunately courses are incredibly short. Time is of the essence, so 95% of training is spent in the field ground handling, and with a few short flights. New pilots are coming away from training with less than 5 hours flight time and very little knowledge of so many important aspects of the sport. This book contains everything you need to know contained in a single book of 196 pages that you can return to whenever you need help, instead of using trial and error like many pilots do.

The book has been put together with beginners in mind, but even pilots with a few hours behind them are sure to find the information very valuable. It's designed to take you through the entire training process. You'll learn secrets that you won't be told during training, and essential information that instructors are failing to teach. Many people don't have the time to study an entire book, so everything is split up into handy bite-size sections that you can enjoy one at a time. With helpful images and illustrations and thorough explanations of everything from the theory of flight, to developing skills and confidence in the air.

Throughout the book, you'll find lots of tips and tricks, and handy yellow highlighted boxes that contain important safety information. And at the end there's even a multiple choice exam that you can take to make sure you've absorbed everything that you have learned. The book is designed to be read in the order that the sections appear, this lets you learn the basics first before moving onto the more advanced stuff, like handling wing malfunctions and emergencies.

There are sections that will appeal to foot launch and cart pilots. We look at setting up foot launched, and wheeled machines, and the solo flight section deals with both foot launched, and wheeled take-offs and landings. The rules and airspace sections are written with both US, and UK pilots in mind, there's a massive VFR chart reading lesson, and there is a small international air law section that will apply to pilots worldwide.

The book will give you a head start and will serve you well as you progress in the sport, but to note, the manual is not meant for self training. It's recommended that everybody seek professional instruction while using this manual alongside such training, and to increase their knowledge of the sport.
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    April 25, 2019
  4. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.49 x 11 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    172930267X
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1729302675
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (April 25, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 205 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 172930267X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1729302675
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.12 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.49 x 11 inches
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EA
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners or pilots who just like to review the basics
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2022
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I am an intermediate pilot. I know most of what is in the book but it is great to review just for piece of mind. I want to shorten my brake length and I learned how to tie the new knot. You never know what you can learn. It’s great for learning about the clouds also. I’m glad I bought it. It’s very informative and easy to understand
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TvK
5.0 out of 5 stars Covers All My Concerns
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2021
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This book covers everything I was concerned about and preemptive answered all my questions. It's got nice color pictures and diagrams, and is chock full of tips and tricks and "Gotchas". It covers equipment, piloting, and even offers purchasing advice. It is written from a British perspective, and may not cover all aspects of flying in the US, but it does seem to cover necessary airspace and part 103 requirements. It's an easy read, and even contains a "test" at the end. I read the book twice in the first week, and will read it again soon. I'm a fixed wing pilot, and am looking for my next adventure. I think this will be immense fun and this book is a must to get started.
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RusinVanDyke
4.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Paramotor Pilot's Book Of Knowledge - Kindle Version
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2019
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This was the least expensive way to review this information. As a PG pilot I have pretty good knowledge and have previously read probably half the information included in this Kindle format read. The pictures are good and the information is good but, again, I already had previous knowledge and experience so the value was not as high as it may be to someone less well informed.
For someone that is new to the sport this is essential reading. You might want the paperback version to allow taking notes and highlighting important sections. This is not the only resource you should read if your plans are to actually fly safely. Read everything you can get your hands on and then kite, kite, kite, before allowing your feet to leave the ground. And preferably you can leave the ground without a motor on your back for the first flights!
You never stop learning as a pilot.
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JTH
5.0 out of 5 stars Diagrams easier to read than the PPG Bible
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2018
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Just looking at the clear diagrams of the lines in this book I finally understood what is going on. The Bible book photos were too small and cluttered to be understandable. This also contains all the information Jeff Goin holds back lest someone even think about training themselves or even trying to learn as much as possible before having formal training.

Flight manuals are also now available online, something that I could not find 5 years ago probably because of gatekeepers hiding this information behind formal paid training. The Ozone web site has downloadable flight manuals for each of its wings and reads just like a general aviation aircraft flight manual to include emergency procedures. These flight manuals used in conjunction with the How to Fly and Emergency Procedures in this book will give you an understanding not available in Jeff Goins PPG Bible.
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Randy
5.0 out of 5 stars comprehensive
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2022
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lots of pictures disgrams infigraphics and by far one of the most comprehensive books on the topic
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Jonathan Youney
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Information
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
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Very informative and well written. Easy to tell this guy know what he is talking about. Author did an excellent job of prividing clear visuals as well.
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Michael Dantonio
5.0 out of 5 stars Must have
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2021
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Solid beginners instructions for pre PPG school training.
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Sk
4.0 out of 5 stars A good book to introduce you to power gliding
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2021
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Easy to read great photos and gives fair warning as to the dangers of para and power glidding. Sadly it convinced me at my age its not for me.
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David
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, well-written with great illustrations
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2024
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This book really is great. As a learner paramotorist it has everything I need in one place, and it’s written in an easy style with down-to-earth explanations and experience-learned tips. Would recommend as a must-have guide for all learners and anyone considering taking up the sport.
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George Alan Runciman
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative
Reviewed in Germany on August 1, 2023
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A very good book to keep as reference.
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Happy
3.0 out of 5 stars This Kindle Ebook is not compatible with Kindle Paperwhite.
Reviewed in India on September 23, 2020
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Only realized after buying that this ebook is not compatible with Kindle Paperwhite. Waste of money for me as I don't like reading books on Laptop via Kindle PC Apps
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Gregg from the Peg
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Complete!
Reviewed in Canada on December 7, 2018
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Just as stated, an excellent reference source. But just as the author himself states, getting personalized instruction at a recognized credible school is really the best and most essential thing that you'll need to do in order to properly get instructed in this sport.
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Frog
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, very informative.
Reviewed in Australia on August 8, 2023
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Used for learning to fly ppg.
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